Wounded soldier escapes battlefield using e-bike delivered by drone

Aug 02, 2025
BBC News
Wounded soldier escapes battlefield using e-bike delivered by drone
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Wounded soldier escapes battlefield using e-bike delivered by drone

Footage captures the moment an injured Ukrainian soldier receives an e-bike

A wounded Ukrainian soldier, known as Tanker, escaped behind enemy lines using an e-bike delivered by a drone. The footage, released by the Rubizh Brigade, part of the national guard of Ukraine, shows the wounded soldier receiving the e-bike by drone and managing to ride it to about halfway to his destination before hitting a mine. which destroyed the bike but left him unharmed.

Impacting Context

The escape is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the Ukrainian people, who continue to fight against the Russian invasion. It also highlights the importance of technology and drones in modern warfare, enabling aid and supplies to be delivered remotely and efficiently. While the soldier's journey was paused midway, his escape serves as a symbol of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.

Original source: BBC News